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It is estimated that 45% of women ages 25–44 will be single by 2030
Being single exists any stage of life, at any age due to many factors and increasingly by choice. Single women are pushing back against the long standing narratives that suggest life lived solo is an admonishment or someone to be pitied. Statistics show women are increasingly and deliberately single - more so they are happy. In the past 18 years, there has been a 20% decrease in marriage in the US. Many women have moved away from pursuing marriage, instead making themselves the priority. 61% of single women say they are, “happy being single.”
“THE PARADIGM SH1FT”
A profound paradigm shift has reshaped the behaviors and desires of single women, challenging traditional notions that equate marriage and parenthood as the pinnacle of success for women.
Single women are embracing unexplored levels of independence, recognizing that her worth extends far beyond societal expectations of marital and parental status. In this transformative narrative, women are rewriting their life stories. Women are no longer tethered to men for economic life support therefore making deliberate choices about our own lives.
Education, career pursuits, and financial independence are at the forefront of this evolution, as single women increasingly prioritize personal fulfillment and self-discovery.
The societal definition of success is being redefined, with women flourishing in high-earning professions, enjoying vibrant social lives, indulging in travel, health and wellness pursuits and enriching romantic and/or platonic relationships.
EV1DENCE
Contrary to the unfounded stereotype, singleness and selfishness are not mutually exclusive, research shows that single women contribute significantly to their communities, families and friendships.
This paradigm shift not only liberates single women from outdated constraints but also contributes to the construction of a more inclusive and supportive societal framework, where individual agency, diverse lifestyles, and meaningful relationships are celebrated as key components of a life well lived.
Single women are dismantling patriarchal standards steering away from the long-held notion that a woman's value is contingent on her relationship status.
This seismic shift reflects a broader cultural awakening, where women celebrate their autonomy, break free from traditional molds, and assert their right to lead lives characterized by individual choices, aspirations, and achievements. More important, women have begun to shed the negative connotation and shame attributed to their single status.